LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA in Elmhurst
Latest: GRADE A
Last inspected Aug 15, 2025
📍 94-67 CORONA AVENUE, Queens, NY 11373 ·
🍽️ Latin American
Overview
La Esquina Criolla in Elmhurst holds a current Grade A from NYC DOHMH, scoring 12 points on its most recent inspection. The restaurant has 4 inspections on record since 2024, with all results grading A and no emergency closures.
4
Inspections on Record
Grade A
Current Grade
1
Grade A Inspection
LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA in Elmhurst: Full Inspection History (4 records)
GRADE A
Aug 15, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 12
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination du...
Jan 13, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 25
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised,...
Mar 15, 2024
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 23
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to...
Mar 15, 2024
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
Lighting fixture located over, by or within food storage, preparation, service or display facility, and facility where utensils and equipment are cleaned and stored, which may shatter due to extreme heat, temperature changes or accidental contact; not fitted with shatterproof bulb or shielded and en...
Violations:
28-03
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LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA in Elmhurst: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA last inspected?
- LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA was last inspected on August 15, 2025 (Grade A). The inspection score was 12 points.
- What is LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA's current health grade?
- LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA currently holds a Grade A. This is the highest possible grade, indicating a score of 0–13 points.
- How many health inspections has LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA had?
- LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA has 4 health inspections on record from March 2024 through August 2025. The restaurant received Grade A on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA?
- The worst inspection score recorded at LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA was 25 points on January 13, 2025. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.
- Has LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA ever received a Grade C?
- No. LA ESQUINA CRIOLLA has not received a Grade C in the inspections on record.